Intermediate Architectural Designer (Full-time, mid-level; 3+ years experience)

Tripalink • Los Angeles, CA

2d • $60,000 - $80,000 • Onsite

About The Position

This position is required to work on-site in Los Angeles, CA.
Position Overview
TRE Group seeks an Intermediate Architectural Designer who can lead drawing production and coordination, uphold technical quality, and own day-to-day design execution. This role includes meaningful project management responsibilities: consultant coordination, permitting workflow support, schedule tracking, and team oversight.

Requirements

• Major or degree in Architecture or a related field required.
• 3+ years of experience in design development, architectural design, documentation, and detailing; residential experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Adobe Suite, Microsoft Office, and general 3D modeling/rendering.
• Strong organizational systems (tracking, documentation discipline, version control).
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and ability to drive coordination across multiple parties.
• California Driver’s License and reliable vehicle required.
• Portfolio or work samples required.
• Cover letter recommended.

Nice To Haves

• residential experience preferred.
• Cover letter recommended.

Responsibilities

• Produce and coordinate presentations, drawing sets, and renderings from concept through permit and construction support.
• Proactively check and coordinate project documents for technical quality (sheet organization, details, dimensions, code items, and interdisciplinary coordination).
• Demonstrate strong understanding of building materials, systems, codes, details, and construction techniques.
• Develop and follow clear drawing standards, checklists, and QA/QC routines.
• Support permitting processes in Los Angeles and other jurisdictions (submittals, plan check cycles, revisions, and resubmittals).
• Track plan check comments and ensure responses are complete and documented.
• Coordinate with expeditors and external consultants as needed.
• Create and maintain design schedules (deliverables, due dates, dependencies).
• Lead or co-lead coordination with consultants (structural, civil, MEP), including agenda prep, meeting notes, action items, and follow-ups.
• Communicate progress, constraints, and decisions clearly to internal stakeholders.
• Support task assignment and accountability for junior designers and interns to meet deadlines.
• Travel as required and support the design department or construction site as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees